One of my favorite breakfast dishes is fried eggs! I also LOVE the combination of topping my fried eggs with Zaatar! This spice was a staple in our home growing up, and still is today in my home. We love to dip warm pita bread in olive oil and then dip it in a bowl of zaatar spice. This recipe is a delicious twist on fried eggs and zaatar.
What is Zaatar? Zaatar is an authentic Middle eastern and Mediterranean spice blend full of earthy and nutty flavors. It is a perfect blend of green roasted thyme, tangy sumac, and toasted sesame seeds!
It is considered a superfood in the middle east because it's rich in omega 3 fatty acids, and is exceptionally high in antioxidants! My cousin who grew up in Jerusalem, Palestine mentioned to me once that they would eat Zaatar before they would take exams because it was so good for memory and focus!
You can find Zaatar at your local ethnic market, on amazon here and because of its popularity, I've even seen it at Trader joes! I have to admit, the traditional blends are the best. If you can find an Egyptian blend, that is by far my favorite! We hope you enjoy this recipe!
Zaatar Eggs
Ingredients
- 2-3 eggs
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 tbsp zaatar
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup sliced garden or cherry tomatoes
Twist
- 1 pita bread for dipping
Instructions
HOW TO MAKE ZAATAR EGGS
- Heat skillet on medium-high heat. Add olive oil to pan, and spread the oil all around. Crack open eggs and let it cook for 1-2 minutes. Watch for it to simmer.
- Add kosher salt and Zaatar generously on top. Cook for another 1 minute or until desired yolk is cooked to your satisfaction. Carefully slide eggs, and set aside on a flat serving plate.
- Add Twist by warming up some pita bread and using it to dip in egg yolks and Zaatar!
